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02/01/2026

With over 100 years of legacy, Bang & Olufsen has put out hundreds of products that have shaped the consumer electronics market.

Inventing countless technologies and patents, brands like B&O that have stood the test of time always come with such interesting facts and Easter eggs.

While visiting their HQ, we put together a list of lesser known facts. Check out some of our favourites above and head to the link in bio for all eight surprising facts on B&O.

31/12/2025

On December 18, 2025, Japan’s Meteorological Corporation (JMC) rolled out the cherry blossom forecast for 2026, with the year’s first sakura sightings in Tokyo and Aichi Prefecture’s Naguya on March 19. For the best experience, wait another week to witness the flowers in full flourish – and bookmark the dates March 26 for Tokyo, and March 28 for Nagoya. Tap to read on to learn about the complete flowering schedule.

Planning a sakura trip? Japan’s 2026 cherry blossom forecast reveals bloom and full-flower dates across major cities.

31/12/2025

If you love Hong Kong’s PMQ and Central Market, you’ll find OCT Loft in Shenzhen offers a similar creative energy, just on a much grander scale. Tune in to our neighbourhood guide to discover where to eat, shop, and wander in Shenzhen’s OCT Loft via the link below!

Ready to explore? Tune in to our guide to discover where to eat, shop, and wander in OCT Loft, the trendy Shenzhen neighbourhood.

30/12/2025

Hey, wanderlusters! 2026 might just be your year to jet off from Hong Kong without emptying your wallet. Whether you’re after late-night street food, sun-soaked beaches, or a quick city escape, there are plenty of destinations that won’t break the bank. In fact, flights to over 20 popular destinations from Hong Kong can be booked for under HKD 1,000 one-way. Tap to find out the scoop on the cheapest flights from Hong Kong, including airlines, rough fares, and a few insider tips to help you snag the best deals to your favorite destinations.

Discover the top travel destinations with the cheapest flights from Hong Kong. Find round-trip deals under HKD 1000 and budget-friendly tips.

30/12/2025

Singaporeans planning a trip to South Korea can continue travelling without extra paperwork for another year. South Korea has officially confirmed that it will extend its temporary exemption from the Korea Electronic Travel Authorisation (K-ETA) requirement until December 31, 2026 (KST), allowing Hong Kong passport holders to enter the country without applying for prior electronic approval. Find out more about the K-ETA exemption via the link below!

Hongkongers can enter South Korea without K-ETA until December 31, 2026, as Seoul extends its temporary K-ETA exemption.

26/12/2025

If there’s one place in Bangkok that knows how to ring in the New Year with cinematic flair, it’s ICONSIAM.

For “Amazing Thailand Countdown 2026,” this iconic destination continues to strengthen its reputation as one of Asia’s leading New Year countdown venues, placing Bangkok alongside major global cities such as Sydney, Hong Kong, and Singapore. From Saturday, 27 December to Wednesday, 31 December 2025, ICONSIAM will host five consecutive nights of celebrations, featuring performances by more than 200 artists. And, best of all, it’s completely free.

Still need convincing? Here are five reasons why ICONSIAM continues to be Bangkok’s ultimate countdown spot.

ICONSIAM certainly knows how to ring in the New Year with cinematic flair. This year, it's with ‘Amazing Thailand Countdown 2026.'

24/12/2025

A bamboo altar in Kam Tin, Hong Kong, has earned a place in the Guinness World Records as the world’s largest temporary bamboo altar. The towering structure covers more than 3,897.409 square metres and stands at nearly 30 metres (100 feet) tall. It spans roughly the size of a city block, is about 2/3 of a football field long and wide, and is as tall as a five-story building. To find out more about Hong Kong's largest temporary bamboo altar, be sure to tap the link below!

Hong Kong has earned a place in the Guinness World Records for the world's largest temporary bamboo altar for Kam Tin Jiao Festival.

24/12/2025

Santa Claus is probably one of the most popular fictional characters of all time. We all grew up seeing a version of Santa on-screen watching re-runs of Christmas movies. From the comedic genius of Tim Allen to the emotional heart of Richard Attenborough, these portrayals have stayed in our minds and hearts. With many recent iconic actors donning their big beards and red suits, tap to read our rankings on the best on-screen Santas featured in movies.

From funny to violent, we rank the best on-screen Santas in movies and TV shows. Which Saint Nick is the best? Read on to find out.

23/12/2025

We’ve officially entered the most magical stretch of the year! And if you’re ringing in Christmas and New Year in London, there’s a list of upcoming train and tube closures, between December 24, 2025 and January 2, 2026, that may cause significant travel disruption. Find out all the major shutdowns via the link below!

Beware of travel disruption and navigate train and tube closures in London during the holiday season with our guide.

23/12/2025

Still looking for somewhere to celebrate the holidays? Check out what the Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui Hong Kong has to offer this festive season. Three of its concepts — Hillside, Swim Club, and Birdsong — are presenting limited-time menus and events for the month. For more information about everything that Kimpton offers, tap the link below!

Celebrate the festive holidays at the Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui Hong Kong with the hotel's seasonal menus and countdown parties.

22/12/2025

From IU and Park Bo-gum’s When Life Gives You Tangerines to Kim Woo-bin and Bae Suzy’s Genie, Make a Wish, 2025 has been an excellent year for K-drama fans with a Netflix subscription. As such, it’s only natural to be excited for what the coming year has to offer. If you happen to be one of those fans, you should bookmark this list of upcoming K-dramas releasing on Netflix in 2026 via the link below!

From the Jisoo-starrer Boyfriend on Demand to Son Ye-jin's Scandals, here are the upcoming K-dramas set to release on Netflix in 2026.

22/12/2025

Their Christmas collections have long been a tradition, but this year’s releases feel different: richer, warmer, and more resonant. They aren’t just figurines. They’re tiny love letters to the season: festive, funny, tender, and beautifully made. Whether it’s Skull Panda in snow-dusted glam, Dimoo becoming a tree, or a Twinkle Twinkle plush that smells like apple pie, Pop Mart and Christmas now belong in the same sentence, not once or twice, but as a matter of magic! Tap to read about the full collection.

The Christmas 2025 collection from Pop Mart is here! Discover the dreamiest, most collectible gifts of the season.